Mandatory digital upload of Polling Unit results to the IReV portal within two hours of declaration at the Polling Unit.
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
There should be Annual Joint Oversight Hearings of INEC, Police, all security services, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, and other relevant stakeholders, on election readiness.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
INEC to issue Guidelines and an e-portal for complaints against officials, with status-tracking for petitioners.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
National Assembly to institute post-election independent performance audits within two weeks of every general election.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
Close extant gaps on results transmission, campaign finance ceilings and disclosure, electoral technology accreditation, etc.
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
All constitutional and Electoral Act amendments or reforms will need to be completed at least 12 months before polling day.
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
Subject nominees for positions in INEC to rigorous public scrutiny before confirming their nominations.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
NASS should horoughly and satisfactorily consider and investigate petitions or complaints against nominees for positions in INEC.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
NASS should issue guidelines for submitting petitions against nominations of INEC officials to promote effective public participation.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
Nominees for INEC Chair should possess a minimum of 15 years’ relevant professional experience, while nominees for National and Resident Electoral Commissioners should have at least 10 years’ relevant experience in related fields.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
Nominees must not have held partisan political office or being members of any political party, at least 10 years prior to nomination as Chair or National and Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs).
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
INEC’s appointment of the Chairman, National Commissioners, and State Resident Electoral Commissioners should be merit-based and conducted through a participatory selection process in line with Sections 153 and 154 of the 1999 Constitution.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
NASS should adopt a process of screening INEC nominees that will guarantee the neutrality and competence of the officials.
Not Implemented
No evidence of implementation yet.
OR
Where applicable, a bill may
have been introduced/introduced and failed/passed/assented to by the
President but no evidence of implementation yet.
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
For screening of INEC nominees, there should be Open Senate hearing with live broadcast, a 14-day petition window and written reasons for decisions.
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
Nominees should publicly declare their asset, interests and ties to politically exposed persons (PEPs).
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
2027 General Elections
CREDIBILITY THRESHOLD FOR 2027 GENERAL ELECTION
For election integrity, all election stakeholders should increase collaboration among themselves, especially between INEC, security agencies, CSOs and media
In Progress
Conversation may have begun for its implementation or implementation has started and is ongoing.
OR
Where applicable, a Bill may have been introduced/passed/assented to by the President.
2023 General Elections; 2024 Edo & Ondo Gov election; 2025 Anambra Gov election;
HARMONISED RECOMMENDATIONS TRACKER
INEC should institutionalise continuous voter registration and expand access nationwide
In Progress
Conversation may have begun for its implementation or implementation has started and is ongoing.
OR
Where applicable, a Bill may have been introduced/passed/assented to by the President.
2023 General Elections
Anambra State 2025 Governorship Election
HARMONISED RECOMMENDATIONS TRACKER
INEC should improve voting access to vulnerable groups including PWDs, elderly, pregnant and nursing mothers
In Progress
Conversation may have begun for its implementation or implementation has started and is ongoing.
OR
Where applicable, a Bill may have been introduced/passed/assented to by the President.
2023 General Elections; 2024 Edo & Ondo Gov election; 2025 Anambra Gov election;
HARMONISED RECOMMENDATIONS TRACKER
NASS & Judiciary should recognize and prioritise BVAS and electronic evidence in election petitions
Implemented
This recommendation has been fully implemented as reported by stakeholders or verified news sources.
2023 General Elections
Anambra State 2025 Governorship Election
HARMONISED RECOMMENDATIONS TRACKER
NASS & Judiciary should strengthen dispute resolution timelines for pre-election and post-election cases
Partially Implemented
Some elements of the recommendation have been implemented, but not fully. Work may have stopped.
2023 General Elections
HARMONISED RECOMMENDATIONS TRACKER